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Overview
The Shira Route is nearly identical to the Lemosho route. In fact, Shira was the original route and Lemosho is the improved variation. However it is little used trail that begins near Shira Ridge. Although Shira is a varied and beautiful route, it is less favorable than its successor due to the relatively high altitude of Shira's starting point, which can be accessed quickly by vehicle.
Summit Success Rate
90%+
Summit Success Rate
* Based on guided expeditions with our professional support team.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY
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Arrive in Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town, you will meet Ndaule Adventures guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day.
DAY
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1
Shira Gate to Simba Camp
1-2 hours 4 km/2 miles 11,800 ft to 11,800 ft
We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours; here we will complete entry formalities while guides and porters prepare equipment. We then continue to drive up a steep path to the Shira Gate where we will begin the hike. The trek starts through shrubs and giant heather until we reach Simba Camp.
11,800 ft to 11,800 ft
4 km/2 miles
1-2 hours
DAY
2
2
Simba Camp to Shira 2 Camp
2 hours 6 km/4 miles 11,800 ft to 12,500 ft
Today is a fairly easy day to help with acclimatization. We begin by exploring the grassy moorland and volcanic rock formations on the plateau. Then we take a scenic path to the Shira Cathedral, a huge buttress of rock surrounded by steep spires and pinnacles, before settling at Shira 2 Camp.
11,800 ft to 12,500 ft
6 km/4 miles
2 hours
DAY
3
3
Day 3
2 activities
Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower
12,500 ft to 15,190 ft
7 km/4 miles
4-5 hours
Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower - a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization.
15,190 ft to 13,044 ft
3 km/2 miles
2-3 hours
DAY
4
4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
4-5 hours 5 km/3 miles 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization.
13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
5 km/3 miles
4-5 hours
DAY
5
5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
4-5 hours 4 km/2 miles 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.
13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
4 km/2 miles
4-5 hours
DAY
6
6
Day 6
2 activities
: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
5 km/3 miles
7-8 hours
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
19,341 ft to 10,065 ft
12 km/7 miles
4-6 hours
DAY
7
7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
3-4 hours 10 km/6 miles 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.
10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
10 km/6 miles
3-4 hours
Pricing
All prices are per person in USD.
| Group Size | 7 days |
|---|---|
| 1 person | USD 2,000 |
Prices include all services listed under "What's Included". International flights and personal equipment are not included.
What's Included
Included
- Two ways Airport Transport.
- Two night hotel Accommodation
- All the park fees with its 18%VAT
- Three meals per days and its drinking water while on Mountain (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner)
- Fair Salary for the Porters, Cook and Guide.
- Table, Chairs and Four season Sleeping Tents
- High Quality 4 inches sleeping mattress
- Oximeter to check your Oxygen and heart rate.
- Oxygen cylinder
- Portable flushable toilet
- personal summit certificate stamped and signed by National park and your guide.
Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Tips for the crew (porters, Cook and Guide)
- Visa
- International and Domestic flight
- Laundry
- Your hiking personal gear
- Travell insurance
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